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013-015-B2 Rev C
6. Installation and Connections
Only qualified personnel should install the product which shall be mounted in a clean and dry environment.
6.1 Safety Precautions
Refer to the Safety section at the front of this manual.
6.2 Tools Required
Various insulated tools are essential for the installation. Use this list as a guide:
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Battery lifting apparatus if required.
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Electric drill with hammer action, 1/2" capacity.
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Various crimping tools and dies to match lugs used in installation.
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Load bank of sufficient capacity to load largest rectifier to its current limit.
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Digital voltmeter equipped with test leads.
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Cable cutters.
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Torque wrench: 1/4" drive, 0 - 150 in-lb.
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Torque wrench: 3/8" drive, 0 - 100 ft-lb.
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Insulating canvases as required (2' x 2', 1' x 1', 3' x 3', etc.).
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Various insulated hand tools including:
- Combination wrenches.
- Ratchet and socket set.
- Various screwdrivers.
- Electricians knife.
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Battery safety spill kit required for wet cells only:
- Protective clothing.
- Face shields.
- Gloves.
- Baking soda.
- Eye wash equipment.
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Cutters and wire strippers (#14 to #22 AWG) [2.5 to 0.34 mm²].
6.3 Wall Mount
The standard unit consists of a one-piece top, sides with cutouts and a bottom cover. The unit may be installed with
the wall mounting holes in the flanges of the chassis. See drawing 013-015-06.
The product must be mounted in a clean and dry environment.